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Chicken Neck Stew

A hearty, budget-friendly chicken neck stew slow-simmered in a rich tomato-onion base until the meat falls off the bone.

1 hr 10 min Serves 4Easy

Instructions

1
Season the necks with salt, pepper and turmeric, then brown in hot oil.
2
Remove the necks; sauté onions until golden, add garlic and ginger.
3
Add blended tomatoes and paprika; simmer 12–15 min until the oil separates.
4
Return the necks with water or stock, cover and simmer 40–45 min until tender.
5
Reduce the sauce to your liking, finish with dhania, and serve with ugali.

Necks reward patience — a long, gentle simmer is what makes the meat tender and the sauce rich.

Is chicken neck good for stew?

Yes. Necks are inexpensive and the bones add wonderful body and flavour to the sauce, while the dark meat turns tender and sweet after slow cooking.